GRE Word List
JUXTAPOSE
to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
The meaning of the word juxtapose is to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| asymmetric | having two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical |
| dehydrate | to remove bound water or hydrogen and oxygen from (a chemical compound) in the proportion in which they form water |
| cauterize | to sear with a cautery or caustic |
| congeal | to change from a fluid to a solid state by or as if by cold |
| coddle | to cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point |
| acuity | keenness of perception |
| vivacious | lively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly |
| ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
| relent | to become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity |